20/20 Vision at the Extreme Edge: Rugged NVR Computers for IoT Surveillance
As agile, network cameras grant sight to all areas of an organization’s domain, rugged NVR computers enable intelligent surveillance in remote, moving and severe environments.
Optimized for Challenging Deployments
Premio’s rugged NVR computers bring robust application, analysis and processing technology closer to positions surveilled. Built to exceed military and industrial durability standards, the hardware provides always-on performance in environments unfit for traditional computing hardware.
Rugged NVR computers feature a wide operating temperature for environments of intense heat or cold. Solidly-built and cableless, they rate for shock and vibration sustainability to endure moving and volatile deployments. Fanless architecture eliminates a prominent failure point in areas of dust and fine debris. Airtight waterproof models take intelligent surveillance where direct, persistent wet exposure is routine. Wide voltage input simplifies surveillance deployments using available power sources, with sufficient threshold to tolerate surges. Security personnel can monitor and interact with edge surveillance systems in inhospitable settings via resilient industrial touch displays.
Who Needs a Rugged NVR Computer?
Organizations seeking to leverage the rich features of a dedicated network video recording appliance toward challenging deployments can realize robust, holistic security with a rugged NVR computer. Rugged NVR computers are built to endure severe conditions while maintaining surveillance and peripheral security duties without latency or downtime.
Rugged NVR computers deliver real-time edge computing power at the surveilled environment, providing immediate inference analysis and event response while capturing high-resolution video and images from connected devices. Built to endure volatile circumstances, rugged NVR computers form the connective and processing backbone to surveillance systems deployed remotely or in mobile settings.
Rugged NVR Computers Built for Intelligent Surveillance
Premio provides a robust portfolio of rugged edge computers optimized for the NVR market, from x86 rugged industrial computers & modular panel PCs to NVIDIA Jetson AI Edge computers.
NVIDIA Jetson Rugged AI Edge Computers
Powered by NVIDIA Jetson modules, Premio’s JCO Series offers high-performance GPU technology, a fanless design, rich I/O expandability, and industry certifications, ensuring reliable operation in mission-critical surveillance.
- Super-Rugged
JCO-6000-ORN Series
High-Performance AI Edge Computer
Rugged fanless AI edge computers leveraging NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin module (Up to 275 TOPS)
- Modular EDGEBoost I/O Support (M12/RJ45, USB, 10GbE, PoE)
- 8x USB3 Vision Locking Ports
- 8x Mini-Fakra connectors for GMSL Cameras
- Out-of-Band Port for remote management
JCO-3000-ORN Series
Mid-Range AI Edge Computer
Rugged fanless AI edge computers leveraging NVIDIA Jetson NX & Nano (Up to 100 TOPS)
- Support up to 4x PoE Camera
- Multiple DIO Ports with 8x/16x DIO
- Out-of-Band Module for Remote Management
JCO-1000-ORN Series
Entry-level AI Edge Computer
Rugged Fanless AI Edge Computers leveraging NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano module (Up to 40 TOPS).
- Ultra-Compact Form Factor
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen2
- 4K HDMI
X86 Rugged Industrial Computers
High performance, modular AI inference computer built with the latest processing technologies to push real-time edge AI processing at the edge.
RCO-6000 Series
High Performance Industrial Computer
Maximizes edge Al performance and modular EDGEBoost flexiblility for optimized edge deployments.
- Intel Core Processors
- Modular M12/RJ45, USB, 10GbE, PoE Support
- EDGEBoost Nodes for dedicated GPU, NVMe/SATA storage, & PCIe expansion
- Automation-Ready Wireless Connectivity
- Fanless & Cableless
RCO-3000 Series
Mid Range Small Form Factor Computer
High-performance within a small form factor to streamline real-time edge processing and rich I/O connectivity.
- x86 Intel Core Embedded Processors
- Hot-swappable SSD Bay
RCO-1000 Series
Entry Level Industrial Mini Computer
Industrial-grade NUC Alternative optimized with low-power efficiency for lite edge workflows in space constrained deployments.
- x86 Intel Celeron Embedded Processors
- Scalable EDGEBoost I/O Support (USB, COM, DIO)
- Embedded CAN Bus
- Industrial NUC Alternative
X86 Specialized Computers
Premio’s specialized industrial computers are designed for application-specific deployments, offering the essential certifications and configurations required for rugged NVR surveillance success.
- Specialized
- Rugged
WCO Series
Waterproof IP Protection
Waterproof edge computers with advanced CPU, I/O configurations, and AI acceleration.
- Powered by x86 Intel Atom/Celeron Embedded Series Processors
- IP68/ IP69K full system protection
- Ruggedized M12 I/O configurations
ACO-6000 Series
Railway & In-Vehicle Computer
Optimized to consolidate and streamline intelligent transportation deployment with IoT connectivity and railway conformity.
- 10th Gen Intel Core/XEON Processor
- up to 16x IoT Devices
- 2x Hot-swappable SSD Bays
- EMC Conformity with EN50155 & E-Mark Certification
- 9-48VDC or 48-110VDC Power Input Range
DCO-1000-ASL Series
DIN-Rail Fanless Embedded Computer
Compact, fanless din-rail industrial computer designed for demanding IoT environments.
- X86 Intel Atom Embedded Processor
- Ultra-rugged fanless with DIN-RAIL Mount
- Up to 4x RJ45 LAN with OOB module
X86 Touch Panel PCs
The VIO Series IP65 Modular Panel PC and Monitor feature a durable modular design, IP65-rated protection, scalable x86 processors, and a fanless build for reliable performance.
- Panel PC
VIO Series
IP65 Modular Panel PC and Monitor
Interactive, Modular, and Robust Solution for Human Machine Interface (HMI) Deployments
- IP 65 Rated
- 12" to 24" Inch Scalable Display Sizes
- Automation-Ready Connectivity
- Efficient Computing Performance
Enhancing Smart Factory Safety With AI-Powered NVR Surveillance
Smart factories are leveraging edge AI to ensure operator safety, protect assets, and improve overall facility safety. Rugged NVR computers consolidate multiple video streams from high-definition vision cameras for real-time AI inferencing to detect hazards earlier before it escalates to an incident.
- Real-time detection of potential safety threats or hazards
- Continuous 24/7 monitoring with rugged durability and less reliance on Cloud connectivity
Real-World Applications: Advancing Surveillance Across Industries
Enhancing Security Solutions with Rugged NVIDIA Jetson Edge AI Computers
Discover how Premio’s JCO-3000-ORN-A Rugged AI Edge Computer, powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin, enhances real-time analytics and intelligent video surveillance. This solution enables proactive threat detection, seamless remote management with Allxon OOB, and reliable operation in harsh environments, providing superior protection and peace of mind for customers.
Empowering Oil and Gas Operations with Rugged IoT Surveillance
Explore how Premio’s RCO-1000-EHL Fanless Mini Computer revolutionized surveillance in the oil and gas industry. Built for extreme environments, it delivers reliable 24/7 operation with seamless IP camera integration, advanced data management for high-resolution video, and easy installation via DIN rail mounting, ensuring real-time monitoring and enhanced security.
Mobile Onboard Edge Surveillance
In-vehicle Rugged NVR Computers deliver robust surveillance for mobile deployments like railway rolling stock. PoE-device enablement and versatile connectivity push camera feeds and vehicle data to monitoring displays located at the control hub.
Remote Out of Band Management Technology
Maintain control of industrial computers in inaccessible deployments with OOB management. This dedicated communication channel operates independently of the primary network to ensure uninterrupted access for remote monitoring and management
- Available as an EDGEBoost I/O module for select models
- Enables secure remote diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Redundant solution to minimize downtime and improve reliability
Wireless Connectivity for Untethered Surveillance
Rugged NVR computers leverage 4G LTE with SIM modules for continuous connectivity throughout remote and mobile deployments. Dispatched NVR computers can establish maintain contact with the cloud, other hardware and security operations centers without the limitations of wide area wired connections. Rugged NVR computers are highly scalable through connectivity with wireless cameras and other devices.

Image Analysis with Local Edge Intelligence
Powerful GPUs allow for real-time visual inference analysis that can drive myriad active or passive responses. Rugged NVR computers evaluate rich network camera data in the surveilled environment without the latency of centralized systems. GPUs quickly process event triggers, procedural aberrations, traffic flow and dwell time, biometric cross-referencing, thermal scanning, license plate recognition, behavior patterns, threat detection and other visual parameters warranting immediate responses. Machine learning capabilities refine inference analyses with every fresh input, improving speed and accuracy through the system’s lifetime.

PoE Supplies Peripheral Agility
Surveillance at the edge often entails deployments in limited-power areas. Low-consumption network cameras and peripheral security devices can receive power directly from the CPU via power-over-ethernet (PoE) connectivity. Rugged NVR computers support up to 16 PoE-connections, allowing strategic placement of high-resolution IP cameras, sensors and peripheral security devices in spots with resource constraints.

TPM 2.0: The Encryption Behind the Security
Each rugged NVR computer contains an unalterable trusted platform module (TPM) cryptoprocessor. The discrete module conforms to future-ready TPM 2.0 standards, enabling device authentication and strong encryption. TPM 2.0 technology helps devices establish secure, reliable communication and safeguards video and sensitive data processed at the rugged NVR computer. Surveillance device security shields personal information, sensitive logistics and system performance from unauthorized parties.
Smart Cities
Locations, real-time analysis of vehicle and pedestrian traffic, events and threat anticipation yield faster incidence response times, intelligent operational adjustments and keener situational
Public Transportation
Improve accountability for passengers and cargo with complete visual data for critical spaces. Integrate cameras, alarms, door controls and emergency response systems with in-vehicle computer to consolidate security.
Airport Security
Integrate precise facial and license plate recognition with access control hardware for holistic unmanned security. Surveil remote areas or high-traffic touchpoints safely with low-latency incidence response.
Industry 4.0
Keep sight of industrial safety and security with processing hardware designed for rigorous environments. Visual triggers and inference analytics and prompt corrective adjustments or half machinery
Large Venues
Use visual inference and machine learning to detect threats and hazards. Integrate thermal-scanning applications to safely detect visitors with signs of contagions. Network cameras seamlessly track subject throughout the venue
First Responders
Wirelessly record dash and body cam footage to the onboard edge computer. Employ "always-on" or event-triggered recording to gather high-quality video evidence. Push video to other responders for comprehensive situation assessment.

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